Batang Pier is not known for their bigs but they’re branded as a squad that has the “Slash Brothers” the combination of Terrence Romeo and Stanley Pringle.

“It would also be beneficial to AVO since he will have the chance to earn his playing time as a legit big man and eventually get his confidence and playing rhythm back,” SMB team manager Gee Abanilla said.

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Von Pessumal the backup guard utilized by coach Franz Pumaren if Romeo or Pringle needs a rest will double his efforts to get his playing time as a Beermen.

San Miguel’s backcourt is loaded with talents led by 2017 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Best Player of the Conference, Chris Ross and 2017 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals MVP, Alex Cabagnot.

The team also have Marcio Lassiter, Ronald Tubid, Brian Heruela plus an import this Governor’s Cup that usually takes the guard position.

Pessumal averaged 5.7 points in the second conference will join Gilas Pilipinas to compete in the upcoming 2017 William Jones Cup and 2017 South East Asian games.

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Both players entered the league via a special draft but there is a memorandum that a Gilas player can’t be traded within two years.